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Overview
Work History
Education
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KH KIMBERLY

KH KIMBERLY

McKinney,TX

Summary

Compassionate and Dedicated Professional in several fields. Moving back into Restaurant Management after an amazing venture in Nursing. I am an outgoing people person with a desire to serve others and provide outstanding service in all areas. I feel my strengths and desire will be beneficial to any employer.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

LVN Covid 19 Vaccinator, Gale Healthcare Solutions
, TX
04.2021 - 06.2021
  • Being Covid Vaccination Nurse I was able to educate the recipients on the vaccine, observe for reactions after vaccination along with administering and preparing vaccines as well.

Home Health/Hospice LVN, Lifecare Health Services
Longview, Texas
02.2012 - 01.2020
  • Provided complete care to home health patients, including physicalassessments, medication and chronic disease management
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completingdetailed assessments and reviewing documentation
  • Took samples such as blood and urine to complete diagnostic and routineassessment tests
  • Explained course of care and medications, including side effects to patientsand caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply withHIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries toenhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems
  • Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practiceproject implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
  • Provided comfort measures, pain management, and palliative care for end-stage disease processes
  • Educated patients and families on terminal diagnosis, disease processes, coping mechanisms, and pain management
  • Helped to enforce continuity of care through adherence to quality standards and protocols
  • Observed and recorded changes in patient conditions and promptly communicated information to supervising RN.

Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse

Heritage at Longview Healthcare
Longview, Tx
02.2012 - 08.2012
  • Implemented quality patient care techniques to align with safety, health andorganizational regulations
  • Educated patients and caregivers of various available external resources tosupport wound management, disease management and medication administration
  • Documented medications administered and treatments and proceduresperformed on appropriate records to protect privacy and confidentiality of patient information
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients as ordered by physician,maintaining accountability for accurate narcotic count at end of each shift
  • Charted pertinent facts and information in detail
  • Utilized infection control procedures to prevent cross-contamination or spread of BBP throughout care delivery
  • Monitored post-operative patients, obtaining vital signs and dispensing post-surgical medications ordered by physicians
  • Protected patient charts and records to maintain security and confidentiality in accordance with all HIPAA protocols
  • Observed and recorded changes in patient conditions and promptly communicated information to supervising RN
  • Assisted in identifying patient needs, leveraging clinical records and physical, psychosocial, and environmental variables
  • Delivered high-quality patient care, including specimen collection, exam or procedure preparation, and vital sign monitoring.

Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse

Larry L Smith Dermatology
Longview, Tx
11.2011 - 02.2012
  • Assisted physicians and clinicians with examinations, procedures, preparation of patients, and vital sign procedures
  • Provided clinical and operational support in the delivery of patient care in physician practice settings and in clinical offices
  • Cleaned, prepared, and maintained examinations rooms and treatment areas
  • Greeted patients warmly and assisted Physician in preparing patients for exams and procedures by assessing vital signs and recording medical histories
  • Prepared patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments
  • Prepared specimens for outside lab testing, as ordered by the physicians
  • Sterilized and positioned instruments and equipment for examinations and procedures
  • Answered phone calls and scheduled or followed-up on appointments.

LVN Pediatric Floor Nurse

Truman W Smith Children's Care Center
Gladewater, Tx
08.2011 - 11.2011
  • Examined patients and took vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration
  • Helped patients with bathing, dressing, and personal hygiene, as well as caring for emotional needs
  • Maintained records and performed clerical duties to document patient progress or response to treatment
  • Observed and recorded changes in patient conditions and promptly communicated information to supervising RN
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids, accurately noting times and amounts on charts
  • Observed signs and symptoms of patients in response to treatments and medications and performed thorough pain assessments and neurological checks
  • Administered prescribed medications and started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patients' charts.

Genera Manager

ARBYS
01.2000 - 01.2007
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic business needs, factoring in processes, employee knowledge and customer demands.
  • Evaluated employees' strengths and assigned tasks based upon experience and training.
  • Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
  • Conducted monthly inventories of raw materials and components on work floor.

Education

Associates -

Kilgore
Kilgore Tx
09.2011

Certificate Program, Licensed Vocational NurseSep - undefined

Kilgore College
2011

Skills

  • Privacy and confidentialityPatient Assessments
  • Collecting vitalsStrong clinical judgment
  • Oxygen saturation standardsInsulin medication assistance
  • Tracheostomy CareHome care
  • Administer medicationWound care
  • Medical terminologyPatient education
  • Colostomy/ileostomy care
  • Managing Cash Register
  • Scheduling and Coordinating
  • Issue and Conflict Resolution
  • Contract Development and Management
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Staff Management
  • Managing Terminations
  • Employee Coaching and Motivation
  • Managing Files and Records
  • Reconciling Cash Drawers
  • Supplier Relations
  • Shrinkage Prevention
  • Invoice Reconciliation
  • Income and Expense Management
  • Accounts Payable and Receivable
  • Human Resource Management
  • P&L Oversight

Timeline

LVN Covid 19 Vaccinator, Gale Healthcare Solutions
04.2021 - 06.2021

Home Health/Hospice LVN, Lifecare Health Services
02.2012 - 01.2020

Charge Licensed Vocational Nurse

Heritage at Longview Healthcare
02.2012 - 08.2012

Clinic Licensed Vocational Nurse

Larry L Smith Dermatology
11.2011 - 02.2012

LVN Pediatric Floor Nurse

Truman W Smith Children's Care Center
08.2011 - 11.2011

Genera Manager

ARBYS
01.2000 - 01.2007

Associates -

Kilgore

Certificate Program, Licensed Vocational NurseSep - undefined

Kilgore College

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